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SHINDAIWA OWNER’S/OPERATOR’S MANUAL

HT235 HEDGE TRIMMER

Minimize the risk of injury to yourself and others! Read this manual

and familiarize yourself with the contents. Always wear eye and

hearing protection when operating this unit.

WARNING!

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Summary of Contents for HT235

Page 1: ...MANUAL HT235 HEDGE TRIMMER Minimize the risk of injury to yourself and others Read this manual and familiarize yourself with the contents Always wear eye and hearing protection when operating this un...

Page 2: ...gines represent the leading edge of air cooled engine technology delivering exceptionally high power at remarkable low displacement and weight As an owner operator you ll soon discover for yourself wh...

Page 3: ...firm footing while operating or carrying the trimmer Always stop the engine before removing branches or debris from the cutters Never allow the cutters to contact buildings or other hard objects Avoid...

Page 4: ...es tangled Do not operate with broken or damaged equipment When cutting a branch that is under tension be alert for spring back so that you will not be struck by the moving branch If a cutter should b...

Page 5: ...switch grounding type Blade Length 955 mm 37 5 in Cutting Length 834 mm 32 8 in Blade Type Double blade cutting action single edged blade Clutch Type Centrifugal clutch dry type Gear Type Spur gears...

Page 6: ...is the time span selected by the manufacturer certifying the engine emissions output meets applicable emissions regulations provided that approved maintenance procedures are followed as listed in the...

Page 7: ...follow instructions in the Long Term Storage section of this manual WARNING Alternative fuels such as E15 15 ethanol E85 85 ethanol or any fuels not meeting Shindaiwa requirements are NOT approved for...

Page 8: ...l spilled fuel and move at least 3 meters 10 feet from the fueling point and source before starting NEVER place flammable material close to the engine muffler NEVER operate the engine without the muff...

Page 9: ...nd possible serious injury Keep movable parts of the attachment away from objects that could become entangled or thrown 1 Move the ignition stop switch to the rear towards the grip to the I or ON posi...

Page 10: ...when the engine accelerates Figure 7 If the engine does not start Repeat the appropriate starting procedure for a cold or warm engine If the engine still fails to start use the procedures for Startin...

Page 11: ...nd operate the cutters Releasing the throttle decreases engine speed causing the cutters to slow and then stop altogether as the clutch disengages Use a sweeping motion when cutting and vary throttle...

Page 12: ...zard and may also cause hearing loss Spark Plug Keep the spark plug and wire connections tight and clean Fasteners Make sure nuts bolts and screws except carburetor adjusting screws are tight WARNING...

Page 13: ...mbly and Adjustments Throttle Cable Free Play 10 Hour Maintenance more frequently in dusty conditions 1 Close choke Remove the air cleaner cover by loosening the cleaner cover knob See Figure 12 2 Ins...

Page 14: ...to the engine s internal parts Clean the spark plug and check the gap at the electrode 10 15 Hour Maintenance 0 6 mm 0 024 in Figure 13 Gearcase Lubrication VIEWED FROM THE BOTTOM A Every 20 Hours Fig...

Page 15: ...ch Lubrication 1 Apply a few drops of oil the each bolt slots at the bottom of blades Sharpening blade 1 Slide blades to allow file clearance using slots on bottom of blades Do not pry against cutting...

Page 16: ...d by EPA can be used to replace the original equipment supply hose Fines up to 37 500 may be enforced for using an un certified replacement part CAUTION Make sure you do not pierce the fuel line with...

Page 17: ...the carburetor must be re adjusted when operating the engine below 1 100 feet ASL otherwise severe engine damage may result Spark Arrester Screen Maintenance If the engine becomes sluggish and low on...

Page 18: ...r storage Clean external parts thoroughly and apply a light coating of oil to all metal surfaces Drain all the fuel from the carburetor and the fuel tank To do so 1 Prime the primer bulb until no more...

Page 19: ...switch is in O OFF position Shorted ignition ground Faulty ignition unit If the plug is wet excess fuel may be in the cylinder The plug is fouled or improperly gapped The plug is damaged internally or...

Page 20: ...ied oils at 50 1 gasoline oil ratio Clean repair or replace as necessary Consult with an authorized shindaiwa servicing dealer Service the air cleaner element Tighten or replace the spark plug Check t...

Page 21: ...rized shindaiwa servicing dealer Symptom Possible Cause Remedy Engine stops abruptly Engine difficult to shut off Excessive vibration Engine overspeeding Troubleshooting Guide continued Idle set too h...

Page 22: ...or have questions concerning Shindaiwa s Warranty Statement you can contact our Consumer Product Support Department at 1 800 673 1558 or contact us through the web at WWW SHINDAIWA COM PRODUCT WARRAN...

Page 23: ...lined in the operator s manual is the customer s responsibility Failures due to improper set up pre delivery service or repair service by anyone other than authorized Shindaiwa servicing dealer during...

Page 24: ...24 NOTES...

Page 25: ...never be sold or misused by ECHO Inc Registering your purchase enables us to contact you in the unlikely event of a service update or product recall and verifies your ownership for warranty considera...

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Page 28: ...call 1 877 986 7783 Dealer information is also available on WWW SHINDAIWA COM When presenting your unit for Warranty service repairs proof of purchase is required Consumer Product Support If you requ...

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